Rutabaga: meaning, definitions and examples
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rutabaga
[ ruหtษหbeษชษกษ ]
vegetable type
A rutabaga is a root vegetable that is a cross between a turnip and cabbage. It is typically round and has a yellowish flesh and purplish skin. Rutabagas are known for their sweet, earthy flavor and can be consumed cooked or raw. They are often used in soups, stews, and mashed dishes as a nutritious alternative to potatoes.
Synonyms
swede, yellow turnip
Examples of usage
- I made a hearty stew with rutabaga.
- Rutabaga can be roasted along with other root vegetables.
- Have you ever tried rutabaga fries?
- She added grated rutabaga to the salad.
Translations
Translations of the word "rutabaga" in other languages:
๐ต๐น nabo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฐutabaga
๐ฉ๐ช Rรผben
๐ฎ๐ฉ rutabaga
๐บ๐ฆ ัััะฐะฑะฐะณะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ rutabaga
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใฟใใฌ
๐ซ๐ท rutabaga
๐ช๐ธ rutabaga
๐น๐ท rutabaga
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฃจํ๋ฐ๊ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑุงุชุงุจุงุฌุง
๐จ๐ฟ rutabaga
๐ธ๐ฐ rutabaga
๐จ๐ณ ็ๅ ธ่ๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ rutabaga
๐ฎ๐ธ rutabaga
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััะพะฑะฐะณะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แ แฃแขแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ rutabaga
๐ฒ๐ฝ rutabaga
Etymology
The word 'rutabaga' comes from the Swedish word 'rutabaga', which is derived from 'rotabagge', meaning 'root bag' in English. The term refers to the plant's root character and was later adopted into English. The rutabaga has been cultivated since at least the 17th century, primarily in Scandinavia before spreading to other parts of Europe and North America. Its cultivation was likely part of the agricultural practices of the cold climates, where this hearty vegetable could withstand harsh winters. Over time, rutabagas became a staple in many diets, especially during times of scarcity, as it can be stored for long periods. Today, it remains popular for its versatility and health benefits, rich in vitamins and fiber.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,388, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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